Is the wave-function frequency of subatomic particles affected by gravity?

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In summary, in quantum physics, each elementary subatomic particle has a wave-function that can sometimes be seen as a wave. The frequency of the wave function is determined by the particle's energy through Planck's formula. Photons are the carriers of electromagnetic energy, and the increase in energy does not accelerate the photon itself, but rather the electromagnetic field surrounding it. However, there is still uncertainty about the existence and role of gravitons in quantum gravity.
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From what I can understand in quantum physics, each elementary subatomic particle has a wave-function.
So in some cases they can be seen as a wave.

Does this mean that each elementary subatomic particle has it's own frequency/wavelength?
If so, what is the particle (besides the photon) with the lowest frequency/highest wavelength?

Or does each particle's properties (eg. velocity, force) affect its wave-function?
 
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The frequency of the wave function depends on the particle's energy via Planck's formula E = hf.
 
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Ah... Thanks...
I feel a bit stupid now!
 
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ok first of all i am sorry about my english cause i am a greekguy...so yes the equalisation between energy and frequency is E=hf...and h is the Planck's constant h~6,626*10^-34, but i thimk that this is not your problem...your problem is what does the energy goes and what is an E.M. wave..the fotons are moving only in one direction and with a stadndart speed the speed of light in a vacuum is 2,99*10^8 the increase of the energy doesn't accelerate the foton but the electromagnetic field that surround it...the fotons are the transporters of the electromagnetic energy...the truth is that they transport only electricity and no magnetism but Maxwell by their formulas that every where exist an electric field also exist an magnetic field an so we 've got electromagnetic field..so now the E=hf formula shows at last how much energy has the eletromagnetic field an not the energy that makes a foton to move...
 
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... But aren't photons the carriers of the electro-magnetic force?
So any electromagnetic field would consist of virtual photons... If a magnetic field surrounds photons, what it the particle which carries magnetism?
 
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JDude13 said:
... But aren't photons the carriers of the electro-magnetic force?
So any electromagnetic field would consist of virtual photons... If a magnetic field surrounds photons, what it the particle which carries magnetism?

the reason of the existence of this magnetic field is the electric field...now the problem is with gravity because we are not sure about the gravitons the biggest problem is about the quantum gravity the way to conect the quantum theory with relativity
 

FAQ: Is the wave-function frequency of subatomic particles affected by gravity?

What is a wave-function frequency?

A wave-function frequency refers to the number of times a wave-function repeats itself in a given time period. It is a measure of how often a particle or system oscillates between different states.

How is wave-function frequency related to energy?

According to the de Broglie relation, the wavelength of a particle is inversely proportional to its momentum. This means that particles with higher momentum have shorter wavelengths and higher frequencies. Since energy is directly proportional to momentum, particles with higher frequencies also have higher energies.

Can the wave-function frequency of a particle be measured?

No, the wave-function frequency is a mathematical concept and cannot be directly measured. However, it is related to observable quantities such as energy and momentum, which can be measured experimentally.

How does wave-function frequency affect the behavior of particles?

The wave-function frequency determines the probability of finding a particle in a particular state. Higher frequencies correspond to higher probabilities, indicating that the particle is more likely to be found in that state. Additionally, the frequency can affect the interference patterns and diffraction of particles.

Can the wave-function frequency change over time?

Yes, the wave-function frequency can change if the particle's energy or momentum changes. This can occur due to interactions with other particles or external forces. However, the frequency will remain constant if the particle is in a free and isolated state.

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